1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1973 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 2006 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Avalon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 248 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |